Links
| Model Name | Canon EOS 40D |
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| Manufacturer URL | Manufacturer website |
| Predecessor | Canon 30D |
| Successor | Canon 50D |
Auto Focus
| Auto Focus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Auto Focus Type | AF-dedicated CMOS Sensor, 9 cross-type AF points |
| Auto Focus Assist Light? | Yes |
| Manual Focus | Yes |
Power
| Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF) | 800 shots |
|---|---|
| Battery Form Factor | Proprietary BP-511/A, BP-512; BG-E2N Battery Grip |
| Usable Battery Types | Lithium-ion rechargeble |
| Batteries Included | 1 x Proprietary BP-511A Lithium-ion rechargeble |
| Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter) | Yes |
Lens & Optics
| Lens Mount | Canon EF/EF-S |
|---|---|
| Lens | n/a |
| Integrated ND Filter | No |
| Filter Thread | n/a |
| Thread Type | n/a |
| Optical Image Stabilization | No |
Image Sensor
| On-Sensor Phase Detect | No |
|---|---|
| DxO Sensor Score | 64 |
| DxO Color Depth Score (bits) | 22.1 |
| DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs) | 11.3 |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso) | 703 |
| Sensor Manufacturer | Canon |
| Effective Megapixels | 10.1 |
| Sensor Format | APS-C |
| Approximate Pixel Pitch | 6.10 microns |
| Focal Length Multiplier | 1.6x |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| Color Filter Type | RGBG |
| Anti Aliasing Filter | Fixed |
| Self-Cleaning | Yes |
| Sensor shift image stabilization | No |
Image Storage
| Usable Memory Types | CF1 / CF2 / Microdrive |
|---|---|
| Dual Card Slots | No |
| RAW Capture Support | Yes |
| Uncompressed Format | RAW, sRAW (14-bit CR2) |
| Included Memory | No memory included |
Image Capture
| Image Resolution | 3888 x 2592 (10.1 MP, 3:2), 2816 x 1880 (5.3 MP, 3:2), 1936 x 1288 (2.5 MP, 3:2) |
|---|---|
| Image File Format | JPEG, RAW, sRAW (14-bit CR2) |
| Continuous-mode frames/second | 6.4 |
General
| Size | 5.7 x 4.3 x 2.9 in. (146 x 108 x 74 mm) |
|---|---|
| Waterproof | No |
| Waterproof Depth | n/a |
| Model Number | 40D |
| Camera Format | Pro SLR |
| Currently Manufactured | No |
| Retail Price | $1299.00 |
| Date Available | 2007-09-15 |
| Tripod Mount | Yes |
Viewfinder
| Viewfinder | Optical / LCD |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | SLR; eye-level pentaprism, interchangeable screen, 95%, 0.95x, 22mm relief, -3.0 to +1.0 diopter |
| Focus Peaking | No |
| EVF Resolution | n/a |
Exposure
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps |
|---|---|
| Metering Modes | 35-zone Evaluative, Center-weighted, Partial, Spot (3.8%) |
| Program Auto Exposure | Yes |
| Aperture Priority | Yes |
| Shutter Priority | Yes |
| Full Manual Exposure | Yes |
| Creative Exposure Modes | Green Zone, Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Action, Night Portrait, Flash Off |
| Self Timer | 10,2 seconds |
| Maximum ISO (native) | 1600 |
| High Resolution Composite | No |
| Minimum ISO (native) | 100 |
| ISO Settings | Auto, 100 - 1600 in 1/3 or 1EV steps, 3200 via custom function |
| Auto ISO Mode | Yes |
| White Balance Settings | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash, Custom, Kelvin 2,800K - 10,000K |
| Shutter Speed Range | 1/8000 - 30 sec |
| Bulb Mode | Yes |
Video Capture
| Can take movies | No |
|---|---|
| Composite Video Out | Yes |
| NTSC/PAL Switchable Video | Yes |
| Video Usable as Viewfinder | Yes |
Flash
| Flash Exposure Compensation | +/- 2.0 EV in 0.3EV steps |
|---|---|
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Built-in Flash | Yes |
| Flash Modes | E-TTL II |
| Flash Guide Number (ISO 100) | 13.0 m / 42.7 ft. |
| Flash Range Description | Lens aperture dependent |
| Max Flash Sync | 1/250 |
Performance Timing
| JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution) | 6.4 |
|---|---|
| Flash cycle time, full power | 2.9 seconds |
| Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution) | Unlimited |
| Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid) | 0.13 seconds |
| Shutter Lag (manual focus) | 0.078 seconds |
| Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution) | <0.3 |
| Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame) | <0.3 |
| Shutter Lag (prefocused) | 0.061 seconds |
| Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames) | 14 |
| Shutter Lag (notes) | Full AF lag Live View Silent Mode 1 = 0.166s Full AF lag Live View Silent Mode 2 = 0.168s Full AF lag Live View Silent Mode disabled = 0.283s |
| Startup Time | 0.4 seconds |
| Camera penalizes early shutter press? | No |
| Play -> Record Time | 0.3 seconds |
Software
| Included Software | Digital Photo Professional 3.1, EOS Utility 2.1, ZoomBrowser EX 5.8 and ImageBrowser 5.8 |
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| OS Compatibility | Windows XP/Vista, Mac OS X. |
Display
| Rear Display Size (inches) | 3.0 |
|---|---|
| Rear Display Resolution | 230,000 dots |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Articulating Screen | No |
| Tilt Swivel Screen | No |
| Selfie Screen | No |
| Max Playback Zoom | 10.0x |
| Top Deck Display | Yes |
| Eye-level Viewfinder | Yes |
| Rear Display | Yes |
Connectivity
| Bluetooth | No |
|---|---|
| Built-In GPS | No |
| Microphone Jack | No |
| Headphone Jack | No |
| External Connections | USB 2.0 High Speed |
| PictBridge Compliant | No |
| DPOF Compliant | No |
| Connections (extended) | N3-type push-in terminal |
| Built-In Wi-Fi | No |
| NFC | No |
Miscellaneous
| Notes & Features | Replaces EOS 30D - 10.1 MP, APS-C CMOS sensor - Single DIGIC III processor, 14-bit, Highlight Tone Priority mode - ISO 100-1600/3200 - 6.5fps, 75 JPEG, 17 RAW - Faster 9-point AF, all cross-type - Improved 0.95x, 0.95% viewfinder - 3-inch LCD with Live View function - Integrated Cleaning System with Self-Cleaning Sensor Unit, Dust Delete Data - Magnesium alloy body cover, weather-proofed - 100K actuation shutter Additionally offered in a kit version with Canon's EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM zoom lens at an estimated selling price of $1,499.00 |
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Basic
| Sensor size | 369.72mm2 (23.7mm x 15.6mm) |
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| Weight | 29.8 oz (844 g) includes batteries |